A Los Angeles-based nonprofit opened an early childhood center specifically for children whose families are seeking asylum in the United States. This center is one of the only places available where migrant children can play and learn for free.

UVA halts tuition increase after lawmakers pledge more money

The University of Virginia is reversing course on a planned increase in in-state tuition for undergraduates.

The University’s Board of Visitors said Friday that it would roll back the previously approved 2.9% increase for 2019-20 and hold base tuition for all in-state undergraduate students at the 2018-19 level for another year.

Officials say the decision was made possible by the General Assembly’s allocation of additional funds to support higher education in 2019-20.

Lawmakers approved a budget item for next year to provide additional funding for public higher education institutions that maintain 2018-19 levels for undergraduate tuition and mandatory education and general fees.

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By agreeing to hold in-state undergraduate tuition at the 2018-19 level for another year, UVA will receive an additional $5.52 million from the state.

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The 209th anniversary of the Grito de Independencia (Mexican Independence Day) will be celebrated Sunday and among the planned festivities in San Diego is the return of the traditional ceremony to the Mexican consulate after nearly 20 years.